Following the powerful earthquake that struck Colombia yesterday, the humanitarian situation in the most affected areas has worsened considerably. The earthquake, measuring 7.4 in magnitude and with its epicenter in the department of Chocó, Colombia’s poorest region and one that has been particularly affected for years by armed conflict, has caused hundreds of casualties, affected thousands of people, and resulted in severe damage to infrastructure, housing, and essential services.
Emergency teams and humanitarian organizations are working intensively to rescue people trapped under debris and to provide temporary shelter, food, clean water, and medical assistance to affected communities.
To encourage participation from the entire Barça community, FC Barcelona has introduced a solidarity round-up mechanism at various points of sale within the Club’s facilities. People purchasing tickets for matches or for the Club Museum will be able to make a voluntary contribution by rounding up the purchase amount.
All funds collected through this initiative will be allocated in full to support the humanitarian actions carried out by the beneficiary organizations of the emergency campaign for Colombia.
The funds raised will be used entirely to support humanitarian actions promoted by the beneficiary entities of the emergency campaign for Colombia:
UNHCR (UNITED NATIONS HIGH COMMISSIONER FOR REFUGEES)
UNHCR is the UN agency responsible for protecting and assisting refugees, displaced persons, and stateless people. It provides shelter, basic assistance, legal protection, and support to people who have been forced to flee their homes due to conflict, persecution, or humanitarian crises.
UNICEF
UNICEF works to safeguard children's rights and responds in key areas such as health, nutrition, education, child protection, water, and sanitation. It has extensive experience in humanitarian emergencies and in supporting vulnerable children.
SAVE THE CHILDREN
Save the Children is an international organization dedicated to protecting children's lives, defending their rights, and ensuring their development. It operates in humanitarian emergencies, educational programs, violence prevention initiatives, and support programs for children living in poverty or social exclusion.
RED CROSS
The Red Cross carries out international humanitarian assistance programs in response to disasters, conflicts, and crisis situations. Its actions include healthcare assistance, food and water distribution, protection of vulnerable populations, and support for the recovery of affected communities.
OXFAM INTERMÓN
Oxfam Intermón works to combat poverty and inequality and has extensive experience in humanitarian action. During emergencies, it provides clean water, sanitation, food, shelter, and financial assistance to affected populations while also promoting community recovery and resilience.
WORLD VISION
World Vision is a global development, humanitarian aid, and advocacy organization focused on the well-being and comprehensive protection of vulnerable children.
ENTRECULTURAS
A Spanish NGO committed to social justice through causes such as the right to quality education.
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